Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge was established to protect the critically endangered Attwater’s Prairie-Chicken, a ground-dwelling grouse of the coastal prairie ecosystem. Located approximately 60 miles west of Houston, Texas, this refuge is home to one of the largest remnants of native coastal prairie remaining in southeast Texas. Drive the auto tour or enjoy a nature walk on one of the trails to experience the beauty and tranquility of the tall-grass prairie.
Reminder: Sign up for Saturday Van Tours!

Van tours are typically the first Saturday of each month. This is your chance to see other parts of the refuge, learn from staff, and maybe have a better chance to see a prairie-chicken. See the Tour tab under "Visit Us" for more details. Sign Up through Microsoft Forms. 

Visit Us

EXCITING NEWS!

We've moved into a new facility! 

We would like to welcome you to come explore our new visitor exhibit hall in January 2025.

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In the meantime, visiting national wildlife refuges is a great way to escape from everyday life and enjoy the serenity of nature. 

We welcome you to check out the interpretative panels and signs in the breezeway, which is just outside of our new building. Additionally, our public auto tour loop and two hiking trails will continue to be open from sunrise to sunset.

Thank you for your patience during this exciting time!

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      Our Species

      Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge was established to conserve the coastal prairie habitat and the critically endangered Attwater’s Prairie-Chicken. Although the refuge was established for the benefit of the prairie-chicken, the refuge is host or home to many other wildlife species found on this prairie.